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Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse

Iso G 6s🇺🇸Michigan's Western Lower Peninsula, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse

A green, 17-meter-tall tower was constructed in 1926 on Manistee's north pier. Its focal plane is also 17 meters above the water, providing a geographic range of 12 nautical miles. The light emits a green signal that flashes. Although originally built as a pair with its counterpart on the south pier, this structure is no longer operational.

Background
The Manistee Pierhead lights are a pair of active aids to navigation located on the north and south pier in the harbor of Manistee, Michigan, "Lake Michigan’s Victorian Port City."

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso G 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
17m
Light Range
12NM (22.2 km)
Geographic Range
12NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1926
Heritage Status
2

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
LLNR 18450
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q12061470 →
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Color
green

Location

City
Michigan's Western Lower Peninsula
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
44.2517°
Longitude
-86.3470°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 17 meters and a nominal range of 12 nautical miles (approximately 22.2 km), Manistee North Pierhead is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. This range makes it a significant coastal navigation aid for vessels transiting the area.
How do mariners identify Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse at night?+
Manistee North Pierhead displays the characteristic Iso G 6s — 1 green flash every 6 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is MANISTEE at 0.9 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include ONEKAMA (8.5 NM NE), ARCADIA (14.7 NM NNE), Ludington (18.9 NM SSW), Frankfort (23.1 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.